Kids Activities
Read the information below for a range of fun, creative, at home activities that the whole family can do together. From simple recycled crafts, scavenger hunts, nature crafts and even kitchen science - there is something for everyone!
Wheels of Wellbeing
It's extremely important at this time to make sure we are all taking care of our wellbeing. Being creative and making fun is an easy way to distract ourselves and put a smile on our face. Each of our activities have been inspired by a component of life that can improve our wellbeing: Body: Being active, Mind: Keep learning, Spirit: Give, People: Connect, Place: Take notice, Planet: Care. You will see the "Wheel of Wellbeing" on each of the activity sheets.
See below a list of activities for children. You can also view activities on the Scenic Rim Libraries Youtube Channel.
Kid Space with Paula
ACTIVITY | ACTIVITY SHEET | LINK TO VIDEO |
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#5 Volcano Build a volcano and watch it erupt! |
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#4 Book creatures Learn some techniques for upcycling old books into amazing creatures. |
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#3 Create your own boardgame |
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#2 Create macrame pot hangers |
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#1 Virtual Kid Space with Paula |
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Activities for ages 0-5
Activity | Description | Download here | Wheel of Wellness |
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Scavenger Hunt |
Adventure in your backyard and find some treasures! | Scavenger hunt | Body |
Grassheads |
Create a grasshead | Grassheads | Planet care |
Paddle pop puzzle |
Create a colourfrul puzzle using paddle pop sticks | Paddle pop puzzle | Place |
Nature Mandala |
Create your own Mandala out of items from the garden | Nature Mandala | Mind |
Sock bunnies |
Craft your own sock bunny and decorate however you like! | Sock bunnies | Mind |
Garden stew |
This is a great outdoor activity to do that allows you to interact with nature and explore developing a recipe with your child. | Garden stew | Mind |
Star hanging |
Create your own mobile to hang up in a special spot. | Star hanging | Mind |
Egg carton crocodile |
When you have finished making a crocodile it will be lots of fun walking around and making crocodile noises! | Egg carton crocodile | Mind |
Playdough nests |
This is a different take on playing with playdough by creating nests with some items from outside. | Playdough nests | Mind |
Paper roll puppies |
Create a cute puppy that you can use as a puppet or just play with him. | Paper roll puppies | Mind |
Hand galah |
Have a go at making a hand galah using this template | Hand galah | Mind |
Hand and feet painting or drawing |
Hand and feet painting is a wonderful sensory experience for young children. It can get messy so this is a great outdoor activity. | Hand and feet painting or drawing | Mind |
Make your own story book |
This is a fun way to make your own stories come to life! Let your imagination create a story you can share with family and friends | Make your own story book | Mind |
Shapes house |
Cut out paper shapes and make your own pictures | Shapes house | Mind |
Pebble art caterpillar |
Create a cute little caterpillar out of pebbles. | Pebble art caterpillar | Mind |
Nature collage |
A sensory experience that gets your kids outdoors so they can create some wonderful art! | Nature collage | Mind |
Activities for ages 6-10
Activity | Description | Download here | Wheel of Wellness |
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Chlorophyll painting |
Create your own painting using leaves! | Chlorophyll painting | Mind |
Say it in a letter |
Write a letter to a friend or family member | Activity letter | People |
Scavenger hunt |
Get outside, explore and see if you can find some treasures | Scavenger hunt | Body |
May the 4th - X Wing |
Raid your recycling bin and let your imagination fly off to a galaxy far far away… | X Wing | Planet |
Nature Mandala |
Create your own Mandala out of items from the garden | Mandala | Mind |
Macrame |
Create macrame pot hangers | Macrame | Care |
DIY Boardgame |
Try your hand at creating your own boardgame to challenge your friends and family | DIY Boardgame | People |
DIY clay volcano |
Build a volcano and watch it erupt! | DIY clay volcano | Mind |
Mosaics |
In this activity, we are using this technique with paper and card. | Mosaics | Mind |
Pulled string art |
Create your own pulled string masterpiece! | Pulled string art | Mind |
Mixed media collage |
Create a beautiful multi layered work of art using a mixture of techniques and materials including different paints, papers, prints and natural objects. | Mixed media collage | Mind |
Fingerless mittens |
It is winter in the Scenic Rim! Warm up with this quick and easy fingerless mitten craft. | Fingerless mittens | Care |
Activities for ages 11-16
Activity | Description | Download here | Wheel of Wellness |
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Icecream in a bag |
Create your own delicious icecream! | Icecream in a bag | Science at home |
Air dry clay |
Make your own clay and decorate it however you wish | Air dry clay | Mind |
Lemon volcano |
Create a a lemon volcano with simple science | Lemon volcano | Science at home |
Rock and pebble art |
Create fun little scenes using stones | Rock and pebble art | Mind |
Beeswax wraps |
Reduce the amount of waste in your house by making your own re-useable food wraps and covers | Beeswax wraps | Planet |
Book creatures |
Give your old, damaged books (or magazines) new life by creating cute, curious creatures to display in your home | Book creatures | Planet |
T-shirt yarn rag rug |
Reduce, reuse and recycle with this fun activity and turn your old unwanted t-shirts into funky rugs and placemats | T-shirt yarn rag rug | Care |
Kids cooking |
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are sorted with these yummy (mostly) healthy recipes perfect for kids to make and enjoy | Kids cooking | Mind |